The recommendations are to wait until at least six months to prevent the trigger of allergies and ensure baby's digestive system is ready (unless early weaning is required for medical reasons). If you do decide to go earlier than this then avoid common allergens such as wheat, dairy and eggs until after six months.

Additionally LO (little one) should be showing signs of being ready which include being able to sit up unaided (this reduces choking risks) and showing noted interest in food.

To be honest though it just creates more work for you so no need to rush things unless medically neccessary. There isn't any benefit to lo by doing it early as they will continue to get all their nutrients from milk. "Food for fun before one".

There is an early weaning thread in this group which I will bump to the front page for you so if you do wish to go down the early weaning route please use that thread for any further queries x

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